What is Video Optimizer?

The Video Optimizer helps you get the most out of your service when streaming video content. How it works: Hughesnet® automatically adjusts data rates for streaming video to deliver great picture quality while using less of your data. Streaming is optimized with video streams up to HD quality. For best performance, leave any video streaming …

How do I transfer email content to Gmail?

There are two options when migrating email content to Gmail. This article specifically discusses migrating content from an existing Hughes.net mailbox to Gmail, but you can also use similar instructions to migrate content to and from another email provider.  Create a Gmail  Use existing Gmail  First Option: Create a new Gmail account:  Second Option: Migrate content to …

Where should I place my modem?

The following recommendations will help ensure optimal operation of your Hughesnet® Satellite Modem:   1. The modem should be placed in a well-ventilated area and positioned upright, as shown in the image on the left. DO NOT lay it horizontally on its side, as depicted in the image on the right. 2. The modem should …

How do I manage Video Optimizer settings on the myHughesnet (Mobile) app?

What is Video Optimizer? The Video Optimizer helps you get the most out of your service when streaming video content. It automatically adjusts streaming video up to HD quality. Where can I manage my Video Optimizer settings? You can manage the settings via the myHughesnet (Mobile) app or on myhughesnet.com. Here’s how to manage Video …

How do I view my Hughesnet email? 

If you have already created a Hughesnet® email account, you can easily access your email from the myhughesnet.com header or by clicking here. Sign in required.  You can also access your email from your mobile device. Click here to learn more.   Please note that you will no longer be able to create new Hughesnet email accounts.  For information on …

Managing Video Optimizer on myhughesnet.com

What is Video Optimizer? The Video Optimizer helps you get the most out of your service when watching streaming video content. It automatically adjusts streaming video up to HD quality. Where can I manage my video settings? You can manage the settings via the Hughesnet® Mobile App and on myhughesnet.com. myhughesnet.com: Sign In or register …

What is SmartTechnologies?

A feature, previously known as SmartBrowsing, that optimizes your Web experience. Hughesnet® automatically compresses and optimizes web content with built-in SmartTechnologies™, to make Web pages load faster while using less of your data. The feature, previously known as SmartBrowsing was available in limited areas.

Can I Buy More Data if I Run Out?

If you exceed your Service Plan Data, you will stay connected, but may experience reduced speeds until the next billing cycle. Data Tokens are a great way to restore your high-speed data. You can purchase Data Tokens from: Sign in or register on myhughesnet.com. Once logged-in, click on ‘Usage’ and ‘Data Token Purchase’ in the second menu. Download …